Ink Technician

Responsibilities

• Weighs and blends inks to meet the job specifications for each order.
• Follows appropriate quality control and inspection process for inks to ensure quality.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and documentation to produce press-ready inks to meet production schedule.
• Tests ink samples and documents results.
• Maintains the work-off ink process by regulating use and storage.
• Aids in adjusting inks at press and assisting with ink estimation for jobs going to press.
• Reviews suitability of finished matches on press.
• Reviews sustainability of press returns ink for recycling.

Skills & Effort

• Supports the facility by responding to requests for service and assistance promptly while meeting all commitments.
• Follows policies and procedures;
• Completes tasks correctly and on time;
• Supports organization's goals and values.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities;
• Uses time efficiently;
• Plans for additional resources;
• Sets goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
• Applies feedback to improve performance;
• Maintains work to ensure quality.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• At least one year ink mixing and color matching experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read a ruler and use scales and other measuring devices with high attention to detail.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, printing, packaging or similar industry experience strongly preferred.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance; loads over 50 pounds require the use of mechanical devices or other personnel.
• Must have basic computer skills.